Physical Therapist
Valleywise Health System$39.96–$58.94/hrPhoenix, AZFull timePosted 5mo agoStill open, checked every night- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $39.96–$58.94 an hour. Open physical therapist jobs in Arizona post a median of $55.89 an hour, the middle half $50–$65, across 25 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Physical therapists employed in Arizona earn a median of $49.62 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Workplace injuries
Valleywise Main Hospital in Phoenix reported 142 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 5,249,472 hours worked: 5.4 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Valleywise Health Medical Center
Medicare gives Valleywise Health Medical Center 1 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Arizona's hospitals average 3.0). 74% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Medicare did not cut its pay for patient harm in fiscal 2026. Its central line bloodstream infections ran 74% below predicted by Medicare's measure. Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Arizona hospitals by rating.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Medicare lists Valleywise Health Medical Center as a government hospital: the kind of employer PSLF counts (a government organization or a 501(c)(3) non-profit) for its own full-time staff, toward forgiveness of federal Direct Loans after 120 qualifying payments. The federal PSLF Help Tool confirms an employer by the EIN on your W-2. Every PSLF-eligible hospital hiring.
Licensed in another state?
Arizona issues and accepts PT Compact privileges: a physical therapist or PT assistant whose home state is a member can take this job on a compact privilege instead of an Arizona license, $45 for a PT. (PT Compact Commission, 9 Nov 2026.) For an Arizona license, apply to the Arizona Board of Physical Therapy for a license by endorsement ($260, by its own page): what Arizona asks. Every state's PT Compact status.
What Arizona requires of a physical therapist
Physical Therapist License, from the Arizona Board of Physical Therapy.
- An endorsement applicant submits the Board's application with a passport photograph, proof of lawful presence and the fee, has the school send an official transcript and has passing national exam and jurisprudence exam results sent to the Board, and has every licensing agency where a license is or was held send a signed, sealed verification. Arizona law also requires a valid Arizona fingerprint clearance card for licensure.
- Staying active: Licenses renew by August 31 of each even-numbered year; physical therapists earn 20 contact hours of continuing competence per compliance period, at least 10 of them in Category A activities.
Physical therapist jobs and requirements in Arizona · Every state's rule
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About the job
Under the general direction of the Clinical Supervisor Rehab, this position evaluates, plans, and implements appropriate treatment programs designed to help patients function independently. This position will evaluate progress, instruct the patient/family, and coordinate treatment with aftercare services to rehabilitate patients following disease, injury, or congenital disability. This position will teach, motivate, safeguard, and assist patients with therapeutic exercises and modalities, observe patients, and determine the effects of treatments.
Valleywise Health is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive benefits designed to help our employees and their families stay physically and financially fit. Known for the diversity of not only the community of patients we serve but also our workforce and the benefits we offer, such as:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 100% Retirement Match in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Sick and Extended Illness Bank
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- And much more!
Hourly Pay Rate: $39.96 - $58.94
Work Schedule 4/10s Mon - Fri with one weekend coverage every 8 weeks
Qualifications
Education
- Requires a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from an accredited university.
Experience
- Requires a minimum of zero to one (0-1) year of clinical PT experience in inpatient and outpatient services (therapy school experience acceptable).
Certification/Licensure
- Current Arizona state Physical Therapy licensure is required.
- Requires a BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center upon hire.
- Must have a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or submit a completed affidavit at the time of hire. Must complete a fingerprint clearance card application within seven (7) days of hire date. Must present actual card within 90 days of applying for a fingerprint clearance card.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Must possess good verbal and written interpersonal and communication skills, including basic grammar, spelling, and punctuation knowledge.
- Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English.
- Must be able to communicate effectively with patients and staff members.
- Requires excellent organizational skills, working with professionals, and maintaining confidentiality standards.
- Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet designated deadlines are required.
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From Valleywise Health System's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Valleywise Health System hires nurses, medical assistants and mental health staff in Phoenix, Arizona.
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